Valerius. A Roman Story by J. G. Lockhart
"Valerius. A Roman Story" by J. G. Lockhart is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. The story follows Valerius, a young man of Roman descent living in Britain, as he embarks on a journey to Rome to claim an inheritance and experience the city's grandeur and complexities. The narrative weaves themes of exploration, personal discovery, and the contrast between the simplicity of provincial life and the sophistication of urbanculture. At the start of the tale, Valerius reflects on his past and the events that prompt his journey to Rome. Following his father's death, he receives news of his inheritance that requires him to travel to the metropolis. Accompanied by his loyal servant Boto, Valerius navigates various challenges during their sea journey to Italy. Their arrival in Rome unveils a vibrant city full of diverse characters, encapsulating both the beauty of Roman life and its underlying tensions. The opening establishes Valerius's character, his dreams of grandeur, and the initial impressions of a city that promises both opportunity and peril. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lockhart, J. G. (John Gibson), 1794-1854 |
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| Title | Valerius. A Roman Story |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valerius_(novel) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Rome -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 44330 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 147 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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